Pipal Tree Foundation

Empowers rural communities through education, skill development, and sustainable initiatives for a self-reliant future.

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  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2011

Pipal Tree Foundation is a not-for-profit organization committed to building a more inclusive and equitable India by empowering marginalized communiti Read morees through skills development and social transformation. Established with the belief that sustainable development must go hand-in-hand with community upliftment, the foundation works at the intersection of livelihood, dignity, and environmental consciousness. With a primary focus on skill-building, Pipal Tree Foundation trains underprivileged youth—particularly from rural and economically challenged backgrounds—in trades that are aligned with India’s evolving infrastructure and construction landscape. Their unique “Earn While You Learn” model ensures that trainees not only acquire technical proficiency but also receive a stipend during the training period, helping ease financial burdens and increasing retention. By integrating industry-aligned curriculum with soft skills and life skills training, the foundation prepares youth for long-term employment and self-reliance. Beyond vocational education, the organization engages in holistic development by addressing critical issues like gender equality, rural development, and environmental sustainability. Initiatives like women-led programs, community toilets, and eco-friendly construction practices reflect the foundation’s multidimensional approach to societal change.

Programs

  • Youth Employment

    Pipal Tree Foundation’s Youth Employment Program focuses on providing underprivileged youth from rural India with access to employment through vocational training. The initiative targets school dropouts, offering them free residential training in construction-related trades like masonry, bar bending, and electrical work. Alongside technical skills, trainees receive soft skills, digital literacy, and life skills education to improve employability. The program ensures job placement support post-training, empowering participants with financial independence and dignity.

  • Women Empowerment

    The program aims to uplift women from marginalized communities by equipping them with sustainable livelihood skills. Through vocational training in tailoring, hospitality, agriculture, and more, the initiative promotes financial independence and social dignity. By creating self-help groups and linking women to markets, the program fosters entrepreneurship and community leadership. With a strong focus on inclusion and holistic development, Pipal Tree ensures that women become change agents in their families and society, breaking cycles of poverty and building a foundation for lasting empowerment.

  • Food Processing

    The Pipal Tree Foundation’s Food Processing Program focuses on empowering rural women by providing training in food preservation and processing techniques. By equipping them with practical skills in handling perishable produce and converting them into marketable products, the initiative enhances employment opportunities and promotes sustainable livelihoods. This not only strengthens the local economy but also supports community nutrition and entrepreneurship. The program plays a vital role in uplifting underprivileged women, fostering both financial independence and community development.

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • Registration ID

    U80902MH2011NPL222175

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    MH/2017/0181280

  • 12A

    AAGCP2213HE20214

  • 80G

    AAGCP2213HF20214

  • FCRA

    083781498

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    A/202, Radium Apartment,Aarey Raod,Goregaon East, Mumbai -400063 Mumbai, MUMBAI SUBURBAN ( Maharashtra )

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)